Seroprevalence of Toxocara spp. in children with atopy

Conclusions
Although no statistical association was found between human toxocariasis and atopy, this study revealed a high seroprevalence of Toxocara spp. in children that may indicate environmental contamination with the parasite's eggs in the area where these children live.

Source: Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - November 14, 2014 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Grama, D. F., Lescano, S. Z., Pereira Mota, K. C., Anjos Pultz, B. d., Miranda, J. S., Silva Segundo, G. R., Taketomi, E. A., Fernandes, K. P., Limongi, J. E., de Paula, F. M., Chieffi, P. P., Cury, M. C. Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research